Whether you're looking for a treat or you're a regular cash-splasher, dropping a lot of ££s on a single item is never not daunting - particularly when it's a wardrobe update considering this new world of fast fashion.
What will break in a month? What will you hate in a year? What will everyone else hate before then?
Thanks to the savvy designers at some of the world's most prestigious fashion houses, there are a number of pieces right now that have both the quality and the staying power. Here's our favourite investment buys.
1. The autumnal boot
Buy them now, £980, Fendi
2. The colour-block bag
Buy it now, £395, Yuzefi
3. The lightweight linen maxi
Buy it now, £330, Pour Les Femmes
4. The embellished patent ankle boot
Buy them now, £430, Dorateymur
5. The transseasonal tote
Buy it now, £695, Mulberry
6. The perfect autumn florals
Buy it now, £2,230, Zimmermann
7. The pink velvet duster
Buy it now, £1,515, Calvin Klein
8. The two-tone jumpsuit
Buy it now, £1,195, Roksanda
9. The black lace midi
Buy it now, £1,575, Simone Rocha
10. The swing shirt
Buy it now, £835, Balenciaga
